How to Make Furniture Become Super Glossy

Quality furniture stores and decorating magazines frequently display high-gloss furniture with the type of sheen that resembles the mirror finish on a piano. In addition to providing a handsome look, multiple coats protect furniture, extending its life and value. Professionals use specific techniques to achieve this super glossy look and homeowners can achieve similar results if they are willing to put in the time and effort. Be prepared to spend a significant amount of time waiting for oil-based paints to dry before proceeding to the next step in the process.

Drop cloths
Respirator mask
Protective gloves
Fine sandpaper (at least 220 grit)
Orbital sander (optional)
Tack cloth
Oil-based primer
High-gloss oil paint
Foam paint roller
Paint tray
Clear oil-based polyurethane sealer

Instructions

- 1
  Place a drop cloth underneath the furniture to be painted and put on respirator mask and protective gloves.
- 2
  Sand the furniture with fine sandpaper until smooth. Depending upon the size of the piece and the time involved, you might opt to use an orbital sander as opposed to hand sanding. The objective is to achieve a completely smooth, blemish-free surface.
- 3
  Wipe the furniture down carefully with a tack cloth to remove sanded particles.
- 4
  Apply one coat of oil-based primer and allow the surfaces to dry according to the time recommended by the manufacturer.
- 5
  Sand the furniture with fine sandpaper once again, cleaning it off with a tack cloth when finished.
- 6
  Apply one coat of high-gloss oil-based paint with a foam roller. Using a foam roller prevents the appearance of brush marks. Allow the paint to thoroughly dry.
- 7
  Repeat the sanding process and apply an additional coat of high-gloss paint.
- 8
  Coat the furniture with clear polyurethane sealer.
- 9
  Lightly sand the furniture after the sealer dries and then wipe it down with a tack cloth.
- 10
  Apply a second coat of polyurethane. If desired, sand again and apply a third coat.

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